Day 77: 5 Minute Freewrite/Story- The Steemian Home- The Library

in freewrite •  7 years ago 

This is a true story of my recent MRI experience and thoughts using Day 77: Freewrite Challenge by @mariannewest Prompt: If you have any thoughts, please let me know. The night before my MRI, I read "The Fish Song"and listened to the music which was written and composed by@simgirl that can be found here: https://steemit.com/thesteemianhome/@simgirl/the-steemians-home-the-fish-song-simgirl I encourage you to read it and listen for yourself. You will definitely have fun and it will also help you to understand my story. For those of you who don't know, The Steemian Home is where the freewriters live and I, @whatisnew have been written in as one of the characters. Of course, I am a cat. This is my addition to the home.

THE LIBRARY

My name was called. It was my turn to be encapsulated. I was told to lie down on the cold, hard slab and was given a black blindfold to cover my eyes. Two men worked feverishly as they tied me down and placed something heavy over my body so I couldn't move. I was even hogtied. The slab began to move and I felt the dark, enclosure in seconds. There were hard loud knocks followed by the drill hammers; one next to each ear. Would they soon lower me down into a cement grave? I needed to concentrate on something other than the loud noises and my claustrophobia fear, so I tried to remember the long list of freewrite prompts that I had not done, but to no avail as my mind raced; unable to concentrate. I then found myself in The Steemian Home sitting in my favorite spot next to the fish tank, and played "The Fish Song" in my mind. It was written by the talented @simgirl, who was now happy because she just became a real Slim, whatever that may be. It probably has something to do with her "finned friends." It wasn't long before I had to turn the fish song off in my mind because my head began bopping to the beat of the drums. I was to lie still, no movement was allowed.

I turned to @snook who played the piano beautifully in my mind and her sweet, tender fairy voice lulled me for a short time. Her giggle was contagious and I began to chuckle. Once again, I remembered that no movement was allowed.

Then @deaconlee entered the room. I thought he was a Captain but I think he may be a General now. His presence was welcomed as he makes me smile just by thinking of him. @deaconlee's humor would soon be rolling off of his tongue. You can usually find @brisbee hanging out with General @deaconlee and I was upset with her because I thought she would have found a bot by now; one that instantly turned loud, obnoxious noises into birds happily chirping.

I wandered around like @wandernrose7, and ended up in the library of the Steemian Home. Thank goodness for that because I didn't want to end up in the 60 inches of snow like @wandernrose7 did. The walls were bare and they must be filled, I thought. That could easily be done as I thought of @wandernrose7's poetry that softly drifted me to places unknown. Her poetic words rhythmically flowed to the canvas along with one of her romantic scenes; a true work of art.

@f3nix came along and his unique touch. His colorful, descriptive words which are beyond the comprehension of the average Joe, painted a unique version of art that danced with a warm, Italian flare.

I, @whatisnew with my dapper top hat offered cat wisdom, as I knew exactly where to place these timeless works of art on the wall of the library. I stood firm and tall, and with my tail raised high, placed a scented marker where each was to hang. In the middle the famous sculpture of the Light Saber Toaster would sit, designed by @omra-sky, that would be lighting these works of art. This was also the best place to honor @omra-sky; the founder of The Old Steemian Home.

Finally, @mariannewest entered the room and I, @whatisnew ran up to greet her, rubbing against her legs, doing repetitive figure eights between her legs, desperate to get her attention. I begged her for a new prompt to keep my mind and brain from scrambling. The ever so sweet @mariannewest wanted to help me, but she couldn't. She clapped her hands and asked everyone to gather around as she had an important announcement to make. When @mariannewest speaks, everyone listens. "It has been brought to my attention that a new prompt is desperately needed; however, at 77 my mind is tired and needs a rest. (Day: 77). Our perky lives will cease without a prompt, so if you want to stay out of a comma, it is up to all of you to think of one. If you have an thoughts, please let me know. It will not only help @whatisnew, it will help all members of this zoo."

I would like to thank all of you who are mentioned above. You were the ones that made it possible for me to get through my MRI today. These were my actual thoughts at the time. I wrote this yesterday but was not able to post it until today.

Disclaimer: This is a combination 5 Minute Freewrite/Story and I couldn't possibly do it in just 5 minutes.

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Sure glad you had good friends to think about
while in the tunnel, I know how it feels in there
I peeked once and that was enough! :-)

Thanks...me too! Hope you never have to have one. : )

I love it and I salute you for this wonderful story! I am so blessed to have met such a wonderful group of friends here @mariannewest's freewrite! 🙂

Thanks General! Glad to hear that you liked the story. Yes, we are very blesses for our wonderful group of friends in the zoo. : )

  ·  7 years ago (edited)

I'm so very proud of you for being YOU!!! for writing a beautiful story in the way you always do!! and for making everyone feel so at home and so loved.

I'm so sorry I didn't see this earlier........I wish I had. I love how we all come together when we need each other most. You have proved that here and now and YOU have alifted my spirit tonight something I didn't think was possible!

I'm so sorry about your MRI I ahve had too many to count and I always hate them and close my eyes and , like you, try to think of anything other then I'm in a dark tube and can not move as I don't want to have to start all over again.

I'm so happy we got to come along and make your day a bit brighter. and now I'm really off to sleep!

Your Library: If you right click on them in the menu that pops up, open in another tab and you will see the HUGE photo. :D

You are a sweetheart @snook! I can't thank you enough for your kind words and for helping me get through a rough time. And for keeping me up to date. If it wasn't for you I wouldn't have known about "the Fish Song" etc. What a beautiful library; mush nicer than I had pictured...THANK YOU!

Sorry to hear about all of your MRI's and you know exactly how I felt. It sure was scary.

Thank you for your friendship, your encouragement and your support. I sure am blessed! : )

you are very, very welcome :D

  ·  7 years ago (edited)

You pay us a great honor by thinking of us when you needed a friend @whatisnew.

I loved your story in the Steem House, which is now brighter thanks to your addition! The library you created sounds like a wonderful place to gather together!

In no way do these begin to compare to @simgirl 's music, but I thought perhaps you may enjoy them anyway. (Warning: my cats went bonkers when these were playing.) tip!

OMG! ROFLMAO!! I am not upset with you anymore @brisby...you did it! Music to my ears! I have tears rolling down my face because I am laughing so hard. My cat is sitting on my lap and like yours, he is going nuts and trying to jump into the computer. : ) I am so glad that you liked my addition and I sure do appreciate the tip. Thanks again for everything my friend!!! : ) : ) : )

you are so welcome! I am beyond ecstatic that I was able to make you laugh! I have a great idea for a series of Dtube videos that we can all make... cats reacting to bird sounds! Have a terrific night/day, with or without your top hat! ;)

That would be a fantastic series! I am now having a terrific night, all thanks to you. Still laughing! : ) : ) : ) You have a great weekend! : )

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Yay!! Your reply gave me this big cheesy grin on my face! Enjoy your weekend as well!

This is a true and unique tribute to all of us, our feline friend! I'm glad that we were there with you, keeping you company.. 😉

Grazie my friend! I am soooo grateful that you were there with me! Thanks again for your comfort. : )

I wish one day we can be real friends in life..who knows? Meeting would be such fun! 😊

That would be so much fun indeed! : )

  ·  7 years ago (edited)

What a great addition to the Old Steemian Home!!! I am very claustrophobic as well. I'm glad you had something to think about while you were hog-tied in the MRI!!!!

I am glad that you liked it. Was a bit worried because it was not a funny addition like all of the others but it was the truth. You too? Just remember the home and your friends if you ever get in this situation because it really does help. Thanks again for your comfort. : )

As somebody who is claustrophobic you have my utmost empathy. I'm glad our home brought you some comfort. 😊

You too? My empathy extended to you as well. Thanks again for your comfort as it really did help me. : )

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I had to wait to read this all day but I really enjoyed it!
I'm glad my poetry was of help! I adore you and our merry freewriting band! I hope you are ok! hugs

I am so happy that you enjoyed it. : ) Your poetry helped me so much and I thank you for that. That is some group of wonderful friends for sure. Thanks for your concern. Hugs right back at ya! (((((wandrnrose7)))))

That means so much to me!... You don't know how excited I am to hear that my work touches other hearts. I enjoy this group and then sleep and I am happy I have found such a wonderful community. Take care my friend.

You know.. I made a melody for a song with my classic guitar.. now I need words..:-)

Today I wore on my face a @mariannewest mask and - trying to reproduce her charming voice - I'm happy to proclaim that on this weekend you have the following options!

You have the choice of a single prompt: https://steemit.com/freewrite/@mariannewest/weekend-freewrite-1-6-2018-single-prompt-option

Or you can get adventurous and weave three 5minute freewrites into one story starting with this prompt: https://steemit.com/freewrite/@mariannewest/weekend-freewrite-1-6-2018-part-1-the-first-sentence